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Exam: SAT (English)

processor

IPA: /ˈprəʊsɛsə/

KK: /ˈprɑːsɛsər/

noun

Definition: A device or program that processes data or information, often found in computers or used for specific tasks like converting materials.

Example: The new processor in my computer makes it run much faster than before.

proclaim

IPA: /prəˈkleɪm/

KK: /prəˈkleɪm/

transitive verb

Definition: To officially announce or declare something in a public way.

Example: The mayor will proclaim the new holiday next week.

proconsul

IPA: /prəʊˈkɒn.səl/

KK: /proʊˈkɒn.səl/

noun

Definition: A high-ranking official who governs a province or territory, especially in a colonial context or in ancient Rome.

Example: The proconsul was responsible for maintaining order and implementing policies in the province.

procrastinate

IPA: /prəˈkræstɪneɪt/

KK: /prəˈkræstəˌneɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To delay or avoid doing something that needs to be done, often because of laziness or a lack of motivation.

Example: I tend to procrastinate when I have a big project due.

transitive verb

Definition: To delay doing something that you should do, often because you find it difficult or unpleasant.

Example: I tend to procrastinate when it comes to studying for exams.

procrastination

IPA: //prəˌkræstɪˈneɪʃən//

KK: /prəʊˌkræstɪˈneɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of delaying or putting off tasks or responsibilities, often due to laziness or habit.

Example: His procrastination led to a lot of stress before the deadline.

procrastinator

IPA: /prəˈkræstɪˌneɪtə/

KK: /prəˈkræstɪˌneɪtər/

noun

Definition: A person who puts off doing tasks or responsibilities until later, often leading to stress or unfinished work.

Example: As a procrastinator, she often waited until the last minute to start her assignments.

proctor

IPA: /ˈprɒktər/

KK: /ˈprɒktər/

noun

Definition: A person who supervises students during an exam or in a dormitory, ensuring that rules are followed.

Example: The proctor walked around the room to make sure no one was cheating during the test.

transitive verb

Definition: To oversee or supervise an examination or test to ensure that rules are followed.

Example: The teacher will proctor the final exam to make sure no one cheats.

prodigal

IPA: /ˈprɒdɪɡəl/

KK: /ˈprɒdɪɡəl/

adjective

Definition: This word describes someone who spends money or resources freely and recklessly, often wasting them without care.

Example: The prodigal son returned home after squandering his inheritance on lavish parties and extravagant living.

noun

Definition: A person who spends money or resources in a wasteful or extravagant way, often leading to financial trouble.

Example: After years of living a prodigal lifestyle, he found himself in debt and struggling to make ends meet.

prodigy

IPA: /ˈprɒdɪdʒi/

KK: /ˈprɒdɪdʒi/

noun

Definition: A person who has exceptional abilities or talents, especially at a young age.

Example: The young musician was considered a prodigy, impressing everyone with her skills.

proem

IPA: /ˈproʊ.ɛm/

KK: /proʊɛm/

noun

Definition: An introduction or preface to a piece of writing, often providing context or background information.

Example: The author included a proem at the beginning of the book to explain his inspiration for the story.

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